Author Question: Following an angiogram with the insertion site of the left groin, the nurse will include in the plan ... (Read 127 times)

Pea0909berry · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Following an angiogram with the insertion site of the left groin, the nurse will include in the plan of care provisions for (select all that apply):

a. checking pedal pulses.
b. ambulating with assistance 2 hours after recovery.
c. checking color and warmth of left leg frequently.
d. sandbagging over insertion site.
e. placing patient in semi-Fowler position.

Question 2

The nurse encourages the patient who is recovering from a myocardial infarct (MI) to ask the health care provider to prescribe a cardiac rehabilitation series in order to learn to (select all that apply):

a. improve stamina.
b. strengthen muscles.
c. plan an appropriate diet.
d. select herbal remedies.
e. reduce risk of further problems.
f.
understand heart condition.

canderson530 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D
The pulses below the insertion site are checked to ensure patency of the vessels; the color and warmth of the left extremity is checked to ensure adequate circulation. A sandbag or other pressure device is placed over the insertion site. The patient is maintained in a supine position for several hours postprocedure.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A, B, E, F
Cardiac rehabilitation offers exercise programs to increase strength and increase stamina. Educational opportunities are offered on reduction of risk and understanding the disease process.